Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
superata
ID:
894665

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hack. in Stuck.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
An. Mus. Nac. Buenos Aires xxi. 159 (1911).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000894000

Common Names

  • Poa superata
  • Superata Meadow-grass
  • Meadow-grass Poa

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Description

Poa superata (also called Superated Meadow-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Poa superata is a grass species that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and lawns. It is also used as a fodder for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa superata has small, white flowers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa superata is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in well-drained, moist soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the clumps are actively growing.

Where to Find Poa superata

Poa superata can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands in western North America.

Poa superata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa superata?

Poa superata

What is the common name of Poa superata?

Superate Bluegrass

What is the natural habitat of Poa superata?

Poa superata is native to the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming.

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-437422: Based on the initial data import
Teodoro Juan Vicente Stuckert (1852-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stuck.' in the authors string.
Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.